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Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi’s Senate campaign has been blanketing the Illinois airwaves for months. For his final TV ad before the March 17 Democratic primary, he focused on standing up to President Donald Trump and Immigration and Customs Enforcement.So did the TV ad before that.

Illinois Senate primary tests Democrats' anti-ICE message

After 4½ months of predicting which teams would make up the 2026 women's NCAA tournament field, we're no longer projecting which teams are in the bracket. It's time to pick the winners for every game in it.Put down the pencil. This exercise is about your brain and gut working as one and going with your first instinct.

2026 March Madness women's bracket: Predicting every game

Even when he's off duty from Oscars hosting duties, Jimmy Kimmel is eager to use the stage to get political.While presenting the best documentary short award at the 98th Academy Awards Sunday, March 15, the late-night host and four-time Oscars emcee took the opportunity to sound off on the media landscape amid the Trump administration.

Jimmy Kimmel takes jab at CBS, Melania Trump at the Oscars

Stars are arriving for the 98th annual Academy Awards, the final stop on Hollywood's monthslong awards season.The Oscars double as an evening to honor the best films from the previous year and a glamorous parade of fashion.This is a photo gallery curated by AP photo editors.

See photos of stars arriving for the Oscars

Compelling … Michael B Jordan as Smoke and Miles Caton as Sammie Moore in Sinners. Photograph: Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc./PAIts wins are a testament to Ryan Coogler’s vision. His highly personal film foregrounds the Black experience and its essential humanity is a lesson for us all  Oscar winners 2026: the full list  Key takeaways: horror wins, tech loses and politics is hard to ignoreCongratulations to the Sinners camp on its Oscar night triumphs – affirmation that cinema can be deep and entertaining

Sinners’ Oscar triumphs show that Black cinema is now a vital and valid part of Hollywood

Three Popeyes stores have closed after a Popeyes franchisee filed for bankruptcy earlier this year.Sailormen Inc. filed for bankruptcy on January 15, 2026, a court filing showed.According to the March 10 filing seen by Newsweek, the franchisee closed three locations before it filed for bankruptcy but the closures were revealed in a motion which Sailormen Inc. filed to reject the unexpired leases of these locations.

Popeyes Closure Ticks Up After Largest Franchise Files for Bankruptcy

Months after the death of her "The Way We Were" costar Robert Redford, Barbra Streisand is honoring him at the Academy Awards.Streisand, who played the neurotic, political firebrand Katie Morosky opposite Redford's WASPy Hubbell Gardiner in the 1973 romantic drama, performed a song and delivered a speech honoring him during the Oscars' In Memoriam segment.

Barbra Streisand leads emotional tribute to Robert Redford at Oscars

ATLANTA — Long security lines snaked through the domestic terminal at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport on Sunday, leaving some weary travelers frustrated as they waited to reach their checkpoints.The crowds formed just days after TSA agents missed their first full paycheck as the Department of Homeland Security continues to go without funding.

Long security lines form at airports as TSA agents miss first full paycheck amid DHS standoff

Nearly 16,000 workers at Meta may be getting pink slips soon in what would amount to one of the internet company's largest layoffs ever, according to a Reuters report.The potential layoffs, which Reuters said could affect 20% or more of the company, are part of Meta's efforts to leverage AI tools internally to cut its operating costs—and to offset the massive capital expenditures it's making in AI data centers (the company plans to double capex this year to as much as $135 billion, compared to $72.2 billion in 2025).

Meta could layoff 20% of company

BYU is the last team in, and Texas A&M is the first team out in our final women's NCAA Tournament projectionAre you ready for Madness? Selection Sunday is here, and each women's college basketball team's hard work over the past five months will be evaluated for the final time.

Women's Bracketology: Final 2026 NCAA Tournament projections for field of 68

A clip of a dog being "dognapped" has left the internet in stitches.Merna Makdisi (@ablondestyling), from Detroit, shared footage of her Shih Apso, Bailey, appearing to be taken by a mobile groomer—before scrambling to escape and sprinting back inside the house.

Dog Thinks He’s Being ‘Dognapped’—Response Leaves Viewers in Hysterics

Schools to close on MondayTIFTON — The Tift County School System will close schools Monday due to the threat of severe weather.The school district posted the announcement on its Facebook page Sunday:After consulting with the Emergency Management Agency and other local authorities, Tift County Schools will be closed tomorrow, Monday, March 16, 2026, due to the potential for severe weather.

Schools to close on Monday

Donald Trump has reportedly played golf on 99 out of 421 days in his second term as President of the United States.Donald Trump has been slammed for being spotted on the golf course while the conflict in Iran continues.The US and Israel launched joint military action on Iran just over a fortnight ago, with more than 2,000 people reported to have been killed in the Middle East.

Donald Trump's golf trips have cost US taxpayers staggering amount as he's spotted amid Iran war

Nicole Kidman arrived at the Oscars 2026 in a dreamy pale pink gown by Chanel.The dreamy gown featured an unusual feathered peplum and sequin detailing.The actress is among the star-studded list of presenters.Nicole Kidman knows how to make an entrance, and she did so once again at the Oscars 2026 tonight.

Nicole Kidman Wows at Oscars 2026 in a Sequin Feather Dress Featuring a Controversial Fashion Trend

A 12-year-old boy is fighting for his life following a collision between an electric scooter and a car in the West Denton area of Newcastle on Sunday afternoonA 12-year-old boy is fighting for his life after a crash between an electric scooter and a car.Emergency services were called to a collision on Earsdon Close near to the junction with West Denton Way in Newcastle shortly before 5pm on Sunday.

Boy, 12, fighting for life after horror crash between electric scooter and car

Twin Sisters charged for throwing their dog from a speeding carTwo women who are twin sisters were convicted on animal cruelty charges on March 2, for throwing a Chihuahua dog from a speeding car on a Florida runaway in January. Investigators also said the women refused to provide the dog with immediate medical treatment at a nearby veterinary clinic after the incident.

Twin Sisters Face Animal Cruelty Charges After 16-Year-Old Chihuahua Was Thrown From Their Car as It Traveled About 50 MPH on a Roadway, Cops Say

The Pittsburgh Steelers haven't had a losing season since 2003.Could this be the year? That's not normally the way fans would use that question, but it's how we're using it in this case.Yes, it certainly could be.Mike Tomlin is gone, replaced by Mike McCarthy.

Steelers facing NFL fate that hasn't happened in 23 years

Anna Moneymaker/Getty ImagesA bold new idea is taking the Democrats by storm: massive middle-class tax cuts.Last week, two of the party’s rumored 2028 candidates — Sens. Chris Van Hollen and Cory Booker — unveiled plans to fully exempt tens of millions of Americans from federal income taxes.

The Democrats are about to make a trillion-dollar mistake

Skid Row and new Twisted Sister singer Sebastian Bach famously derailed Christina Applegate and Brad Pitt's unionSebastian Bach has apologised for his relationship with a then 17-year-old Christina Applegate.The former Skid Row frontman – who was recently announced as Dee Snider's replacement in Twisted Sister – spoke about his time with Hollywood starlet Applegate after it hit the headlines again this week with the release of her memoir You With The Sad Eyes.

"I was a single guy on tour, in a band, and I met a lot of girls and I apologise if I hurt her." Sebastian Bach sorry for relationship with 17-year-old Christina Applegate

"Not all trees are the same."Deep in Chile's ancient rainforests, one of the world's oldest trees is quietly supporting an entire hidden ecosystem beneath its roots.According to Discover Wildlife, research published in the journal Biodiversity and Conservation revealed that alerce trees — massive conifers capable of living for thousands of years — serve as hubs for underground biodiversity.

Scientists find hidden world under one of the oldest trees

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American voters’ feelings on Israel and the Palestinian territories have shifted dramatically in recent years, in a sea change that is transforming the Democratic Party and shaping its primaries.A new NBC News poll underscores the depths of the shift. More registered voters view Israel negatively than positively, a change from a few years ago.

Poll: Israel's standing plummets among Democrats, fueling primaries on the left

Trump adviser says Iran tensions historically added $5–$15 a barrel via risks to Strait of HormuzReport says Iran risk premium lifts crude 7%–21% above fundamentalsUniversity of Houston economist disputes claims and warns war costs could outweigh benefitsPALM BEACH, Florida, March 16 (Reuters) - Neutralizing Iran could make crude oil much cheaper ‌because the threat posed by Tehran imposed a "terror premium" that inflated global oil prices for decades, a top White House adviser said in a report to be released on Monday.

Trump adviser says Iran 'terror premium' inflated oil prices for decades

New research suggests theobromine could have anti-aging properties.New research suggests that a chemical compound in antioxidant-rich dark chocolate may have an anti-aging effect.The study, conducted at King’s College London and published today in the journal Aging, found that people with higher levels of theobromine (a caffeine-like compound in cocoa beans) in their blood had fewer markers of biological aging.

Caffeine-Like Compound in Dark Chocolate Tied to Slower Biological Aging

From portable chargers and Apple iPads to Stanley tumblers, USA TODAY Shopping has the scoop on all the top discounts available before the sale ends.Amazon Prime Big Deal Days is back for round two! Now through the end of Wednesday, October 8, Prime members can shop the biggest discounts on holiday gifts, fall essentials and more.

Day two: We're live-tracking the best Amazon Prime-exclusive deals with up to 76% off

Lunch of grilled chicken, brown rice and steamed broccoli, and then dinner of salmon, sweet potato, and a green salad dressed with only olive oil. Oh, and keep each element under 4 ounces and the whole day of eating at about 1,500 calories.Does that sound like enough food for any 15-year-old boy you know?

Teens using AI to diet may be told to eat almost 700 fewer daily calories than they need

Tehran's foreign minister defends Iran's military response, while accusing the Trump administration of starting a war of choiceIranian Foreign Minister Abbas Aragchi claimed on Sunday, on "Face the Nation," that President Donald Trump launched attacks against Iran "because it is fun," accusing the United States of starting what he called an "illegal war" during an interview with CBS host Margaret Brennan.

Iranian foreign minister claims Trump launched war 'because it is fun'

Car technicians reveal the big mistakes they see again and again.Your car can be one of the most expensive and important investments you’ll ever make, but many of us don’t give our vehicles the kind of maintenance attention they need. Mechanics and technicians would know: As the doctors of cars, they see it all.

We're Mechanics. Here Are 10 Things We'd Never Do With Our Own Cars.

Chicago —The retirement of Illinois Sen. Dick Durbin after nearly 30 years in office sparked an expensive three-way Democratic primary that has showcased the party’s divisions over how to confront President Donald Trump’s immigration crackdown and introduced pro-crypto forces as an influence seeking to shape the midterm elections.

A Democratic fight for an Illinois Senate seat is testing the sway of JB Pritzker, pro-crypto forces and anti-ICE messaging

A passenger flying from Denver to Seattle says a tense exchange unfolded midflight after they asked another traveler to stop using her speakerphone, prompting the traveler to cite her airline status in response.The moment was described in a brief post on the United Airlines subreddit by user palmfronds303, who wrote about the encounter during United flight 1424.